Film Studies - Professor Vacancy in Pragraj, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh
United University
Full Time
Job Description
PROFESSOR - Film Studies in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh | University Recruitment
United University blends the heritage of Prayagraj with a forward-looking academic culture. The campus fosters interdisciplinary dialogue, creative experimentation, and a strong commitment to film as both art and scholarship. Faculty are encouraged to integrate theoretical frameworks with practical insights from the Indian and global film industries.
Job Overview
United University invites applications for the position of Professor of Film Studies in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. This full-time role focuses on advanced teaching, research supervision, and academic leadership within the Department of Film Studies. The selected candidate will shape curriculum design, mentor doctoral scholars, and contribute to the university’s growing reputation in cinematic studies.
Work Culture
The university offers modern infrastructure including digital classrooms equipped with 4K projection systems, sound studios, and editing labs. Dedicated research centers like the Centre for Visual Cultures support faculty-led projects on regional cinema, new media, and film theory. Regular workshops with filmmakers, critics, and archivists keep academic work rooted in contemporary practice.
Key Responsibilities
Teach graduate and postgraduate courses in Film Studies, including film theory, world cinema, Indian film history, and documentary practices. Design innovative electives that align with emerging trends such as OTT storytelling and AI in film production.
Supervise MPhil and PhD scholars in Film Studies, guiding their dissertations on topics ranging from parallel cinema to digital aesthetics. Organize thesis defenses, research presentations, and peer reviews within the department.
Participate in academic administration by serving on curriculum committees, film festival juries, and university-wide bodies. Contribute to syllabus revision cycles and assessment policy updates.
Lead departmental initiatives such as film screenings, international webinars, and collaborations with cultural institutions in Uttar Pradesh. Represent United University at national and international conferences in film studies.
Engage with the local film community through guest lectures, film appreciation courses for non-specialists, and outreach programs in Prayagraj. Build partnerships with regional film archives and cultural organizations.
Mentor junior faculty and visiting scholars in research publication, grant writing, and professional development. Foster a culture of academic integrity and creative inquiry within the department.
Serve as a member of the Board of Studies and contribute to university governance in matters related to arts and humanities.
Required Qualifications
PhD in Film Studies, Cinema Studies, or a related discipline from a UGC-recognized university is mandatory. Candidates with a PhD from institutions such as JNU, EFLU, or DU will be preferred.
Minimum of five years of post-PhD teaching experience in Film Studies at the university level is required. Industry experience in film production, distribution, or criticism will be highly valued.
Publications in peer-reviewed journals such as Screen, Journal of Film and Video, or Indian Journal of Film Studies are expected. A strong record of conference presentations at events like CMS, IAMCR, or film studies symposia is desirable.
Your Growth Path
United University supports international collaborations through MoUs with film schools abroad. Faculty can participate in semester-long exchanges with institutions in the UK, USA, or France.
Conference funding is available for presenting research at global film studies forums. Sabbaticals of up to six months are granted every five years for advanced research or creative projects.
Internal grants support film-related research, archival visits, and documentary projects. The university encourages interdisciplinary ventures with departments such as Mass Communication and Visual Arts.
Salary and Benefits
The monthly salary for the Professor position ranges from Rs.60,000 to Rs.90,000 based on qualifications and experience. The package includes health insurance for self and dependents, along with coverage under the university’s group mediclaim policy.
Provident fund contributions at statutory rates are provided. Additional benefits include subsidized campus housing, transport allowance, and access to campus amenities such as the library, gym, and auditorium.
United University blends the heritage of Prayagraj with a forward-looking academic culture. The campus fosters interdisciplinary dialogue, creative experimentation, and a strong commitment to film as both art and scholarship. Faculty are encouraged to integrate theoretical frameworks with practical insights from the Indian and global film industries.
Job Overview
United University invites applications for the position of Professor of Film Studies in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. This full-time role focuses on advanced teaching, research supervision, and academic leadership within the Department of Film Studies. The selected candidate will shape curriculum design, mentor doctoral scholars, and contribute to the university’s growing reputation in cinematic studies.
Work Culture
The university offers modern infrastructure including digital classrooms equipped with 4K projection systems, sound studios, and editing labs. Dedicated research centers like the Centre for Visual Cultures support faculty-led projects on regional cinema, new media, and film theory. Regular workshops with filmmakers, critics, and archivists keep academic work rooted in contemporary practice.
Key Responsibilities
Teach graduate and postgraduate courses in Film Studies, including film theory, world cinema, Indian film history, and documentary practices. Design innovative electives that align with emerging trends such as OTT storytelling and AI in film production.
Supervise MPhil and PhD scholars in Film Studies, guiding their dissertations on topics ranging from parallel cinema to digital aesthetics. Organize thesis defenses, research presentations, and peer reviews within the department.
Participate in academic administration by serving on curriculum committees, film festival juries, and university-wide bodies. Contribute to syllabus revision cycles and assessment policy updates.
Lead departmental initiatives such as film screenings, international webinars, and collaborations with cultural institutions in Uttar Pradesh. Represent United University at national and international conferences in film studies.
Engage with the local film community through guest lectures, film appreciation courses for non-specialists, and outreach programs in Prayagraj. Build partnerships with regional film archives and cultural organizations.
Mentor junior faculty and visiting scholars in research publication, grant writing, and professional development. Foster a culture of academic integrity and creative inquiry within the department.
Serve as a member of the Board of Studies and contribute to university governance in matters related to arts and humanities.
Required Qualifications
PhD in Film Studies, Cinema Studies, or a related discipline from a UGC-recognized university is mandatory. Candidates with a PhD from institutions such as JNU, EFLU, or DU will be preferred.
Minimum of five years of post-PhD teaching experience in Film Studies at the university level is required. Industry experience in film production, distribution, or criticism will be highly valued.
Publications in peer-reviewed journals such as Screen, Journal of Film and Video, or Indian Journal of Film Studies are expected. A strong record of conference presentations at events like CMS, IAMCR, or film studies symposia is desirable.
Your Growth Path
United University supports international collaborations through MoUs with film schools abroad. Faculty can participate in semester-long exchanges with institutions in the UK, USA, or France.
Conference funding is available for presenting research at global film studies forums. Sabbaticals of up to six months are granted every five years for advanced research or creative projects.
Internal grants support film-related research, archival visits, and documentary projects. The university encourages interdisciplinary ventures with departments such as Mass Communication and Visual Arts.
Salary and Benefits
The monthly salary for the Professor position ranges from Rs.60,000 to Rs.90,000 based on qualifications and experience. The package includes health insurance for self and dependents, along with coverage under the university’s group mediclaim policy.
Provident fund contributions at statutory rates are provided. Additional benefits include subsidized campus housing, transport allowance, and access to campus amenities such as the library, gym, and auditorium.
About School
United University is a school located in Pragraj, a major urban area in Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, India. The school serves the local community, which is known for its rich cultural heritage and historical significance. The area has a large student population, and United University is one of the prominent educational institutions catering to the needs of this community. The school is a part of the United Group of Institutions (UGI), a well-established organization with diverse interests in education, services,...
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